Arts & Culture
The Iowa Arts Council empowers Iowa to build and sustain culturally vibrant communities by cultivating creativity, learning and participation in the arts.
Iowa Arts & Culture Funding Opportunities
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Creative Community Development
Strengthening and growing Iowa communities through place-based and arts-centered community and economic development.
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Artist Support and Career Development
Practice and project-based support for Iowa artists to help them succeed and create artworks that benefit Iowans.
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Arts Organizations, Learning and Access
Support for Iowa organizations, schools and communities to increase arts participation, learning and access for Iowans.
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Creative Economy & Filmmaking in Iowa
Register a film production, find support for your next film and media project, and explore certified film festivals.
Connect & Collaborate
Impact of the Arts in Iowa
We support communities, organizations, and artists in their work to revitalize downtowns, empower learners, attract visitors, and boost the creative sector that generates $5 billion annually in Iowa.
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Building Vibrant Communities
Established in 1967, the Iowa Arts Council serves as Iowa’s arts agency and collaborates with federal agency partner, the National Endowment for the Arts and regional arts partner, Arts Midwest.
Contact the Arts & Culture Team
Have a general question? Email artscouncil@IowaEDA.com
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Upcoming Arts Events
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March 12-13, 2026
Iowa Tourism Conference
The annual Iowa Tourism Conference is an essential networking and educational event for anyone who is focused on marketing efforts meant to elevate Iowa’s tourism destinations and attractions.
Arts & Culture News
Five Iowa Students Receive Arts Scholarship Awards
Five talented high school seniors have been selected for this year’s prestigious Iowa Scholarship for the Arts.